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Post by Kingfisher » Sat Nov 05, 2016 3:48 pm

I'm sure it's an oft repeated question but ..........

Clay bar or clay mitt? ..... discuss!
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Post by KERMIT1970 » Sat Nov 05, 2016 3:58 pm

Used clay bar for a few years now with no problems. Picked up clay mitt but haven't used it yet. You'll get the same outcome would expect. Maybe easier,not working the clay in your hand. :thumbsup:
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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 4:44 pm

I've used both, the clay mitt is ten times faster & achieves the same result-did my e89 this morning in double quick time :thumbsup:
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Post by markeg » Sat Nov 05, 2016 5:19 pm

Smartbear wrote:I've used both, the clay mitt is ten times faster & achieves the same result-did my e89 this morning in double quick time :thumbsup:
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And how many times have you washed it now, Rob?? :D
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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 5:42 pm

markeg wrote:
Smartbear wrote:I've used both, the clay mitt is ten times faster & achieves the same result-did my e89 this morning in double quick time :thumbsup:
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And how many times have you washed it now, Rob?? :D
Honestly mark, first time! Ive been busy & weathers been bad :wink:
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Post by Kingfisher » Sat Nov 05, 2016 6:39 pm

So ... I'll try a clay mitt first then! Do you lubricate with anything? - Water? - Some special jollop?
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Post by RickRob » Sat Nov 05, 2016 6:47 pm

I have used both but the mitt is the way to go.

I followed the instructions (amazingly!) and bought the detailing spray made by the same people who make the mitt they sell at Halfords. I have read that you can use washing up liquid instead.

Remember to post some pics to show off your new detailing skills! :)

Someone will want to know (not me of course) what you plan to do once clay mitted.
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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 6:59 pm

Kingfisher wrote:So ... I'll try a clay mitt first then! Do you lubricate with anything? - Water? - Some special jollop?
Just use your normal car wash shampoo, keep the mitt soapy & it won't marr the paint :P
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Post by samuir1974 » Wed Nov 09, 2016 9:38 pm

I'm a big fan of the clay mitts now - easy to use and quick too.

Try and purchase in the Halford's 3 for 2 if possible;
Farecla mitt works out at under £9 each then :thumbsup:
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Post by PboroRyan » Fri Nov 11, 2016 1:59 pm

Sorry to hi-jack the car, i'm also fairly new to detailing, what actually does a clay mitt/clay bar do? My usual process is a good brand car shampoo (I've got meguirs atm), liquid polish and then a coat of liquid wax. Where would a clay mitt come in this process? Sorry if i've said anything dumb, I'd rather ask a stupid question than damage my paint! :rofl:

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Post by patriot66 » Fri Nov 11, 2016 3:31 pm

PboroRyan wrote:Sorry to hi-jack the car, i'm also fairly new to detailing, what actually does a clay mitt/clay bar do? My usual process is a good brand car shampoo (I've got meguirs atm), liquid polish and then a coat of liquid wax. Where would a clay mitt come in this process? Sorry if i've said anything dumb, I'd rather ask a stupid question than damage my paint! :rofl:
Here you go. A full explanation from the Farecla website. :thumbsup:
G3 Body Prep Clay Mitt - G3 Pro
http://www.g3pro.com/product/body-prep-clay-mitt/
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Post by PboroRyan » Fri Nov 11, 2016 3:33 pm

patriot66 wrote:
PboroRyan wrote:Sorry to hi-jack the car, i'm also fairly new to detailing, what actually does a clay mitt/clay bar do? My usual process is a good brand car shampoo (I've got meguirs atm), liquid polish and then a coat of liquid wax. Where would a clay mitt come in this process? Sorry if i've said anything dumb, I'd rather ask a stupid question than damage my paint! :rofl:
Here you go. A full explanation from the Farecla website. :thumbsup:
G3 Body Prep Clay Mitt - G3 Pro
http://www.g3pro.com/product/body-prep-clay-mitt/
Thanks you! What differences are there to clay-mitt vs polishing? By the looks of it both are used to smooth paintwork and remove imprefections?

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Post by Smartbear » Fri Nov 11, 2016 4:54 pm

hi, the mitt will get rid of contaminants that polishing will not, some of them are to stubborn for polish alone to remove :o
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Post by Dietcokeman » Fri Nov 11, 2016 9:38 pm

Bear shxt included :rofl:

Sorry Rob couldn't help myself !

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Post by Smartbear » Fri Nov 11, 2016 10:43 pm

Dietcokeman wrote:Bear shxt included :rofl:

Sorry Rob couldn't help myself !
That's ok Bryan, ive got thick (furry) skin :P
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